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[fishtruck]

I have a friend who wants to get into fishing. He needs waders and since I haven't bought waders for awhile, thought someone here might be able to share their expertise. Price is a factor(under $200? if possible). Since he has to buy rod, reel, waders, wading boots, and everything else in between, he just wants something entry level. Once he get more involved, he plans on getting better stuff. Thanks everyone

[scouterjames]

size?  boot size?

[fishtruck]

Sorry, should've known to include that information. Medium, size 9 shoes

[96XJ]

I would say just get the one piece - boots and waders together - if they are into it they can upgrade later when the waders wear out or when they run out of aqua seal , I have seen the one piece for just over 100 , hard to get them separately for less than 300 , that way they can get a better rod/reel combo

[fishtruck]

Just found waders for $116us from LL Bean. Does anyone know whether they are any good?

[halcyonguitars]

I've been very happy with my 120$ Hodgmans...

[scouterjames]

Sorry, should've known to include that information. Medium, size 9 shoes

Neos or breathables?

[fishtruck]

Breathable if possible

[prairiefire]

Cheap breathables should suffice. I'd look at the entry level Crosswaters from Redington. Good price point and reviews. Chota boots are pretty affordable as well. My Hodgeman waders lasted 6-7 years of light use. 20 days a year or so. The seams on the booties finally gave way. I upgraded to Orvis Silver Sonic Convertibles.

[TheChumWhisperer]

Look at Cabela's brand..

[Shinny]

http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/spo/5304059900.html --maybe he will sell just the waders

http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/pml/spo/5302412056.html -- offer $100 maybe..

The Hogmann line at A&N aren't bad for the price. There was a great deal on Craiglist last week. Simms waders brand new for $200 but they didn't last long.

Www.backcountry.com has had some great deals on Simms stuff in the past, I got my boots through them. Unfortunately the Canadian dollar isn't too strong right now

Www.flyshop.com have sales on Simms gear sometimes...picked up my waders through them and saved about $100 over local prices.


I bought a pair of Hoggman waders on Amazon.ca in the past.

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Good luck.

[bcguy]

If your thinking of buying cheap Simms (re:entry level) don't waste your time, they last as long as any other entry level wader, think Frogg Toggs or Cabela's.
Better bang for your buck, and last as long or longer...its not always name brand that gets the job done....not taking anything away from the G3's or 4's, now those are tough waders!

[fishtruck]

I found these. I also have a promo code for 20% off. Has anyone heard good or bad things about products from this company. Also free shipping   http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/111076?feat=waders-SR0&page=men-s-breathable-emerger-ii-waders-stocking-foot&attrValue_0=Mountain Green&productId=1201908

[Spawn Sack]

Fishtruck, sent you a PM. I have a set of Cabela's Dryplus Gortex Jacket, waders, and boots. I'm 5"9 215lbs ish athletic-ish build. This combo served me well for a few years but I've upgraded all 3 and the old gear is just sitting around. I wouldn"t "give it away," I'd rather just keep it as a spare set then. But I would sell the whole shabang for a fair price. Lemme know if you don't get the PM.

[losos]

Buy wading shoes a size bigger than usual since you need space for neoprene sock and regular sock over neoprene sock (it helps to preserve seams of neoprene sock).